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Cabbage

(oleracea var.capital Brassica)

 

  • Type of vegetable : leaves
  • Optimum growth pH range: 6.4-7.5
  • Optimum growth temperature range : 15-20°C
  • Organic matter requirements : moderately demanding plant
  • Rooting : superficial (45 to 60 cm)
  • Special requirements : diurnal variations of at least 5°C favorable for growth. High temperatures delay head formation. Tropical varieties adapted to Mayotte. Possible all year round, but small apples in the rainy season.

 

  • Seed characteristics  
  • Number of seeds per gram : 300
  • Nursery : Yes
  • Seeding depth : 6 mm
  • Line spacing : 55 - 60 cm
  • Interplant : 40 - 50 cm
  • Notes : Light shade in the nursery is recommended

  

  • Duration of the crop cycle under optimal growing conditions
Nursery Field

Pollination at commercial maturity

35-50 d 60-100 d -

 

  • Optimal storage conditions
Temperatures Relative humidity Average shelf life
0°C 95-100% 5 to 6 months
Last change : 07/25/22